Four years after fans said goodbye to Tommy Shelby and his notorious gang, they’re finally getting what they’ve been waiting for.
Netflix just dropped the official trailer for “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man,” and it’s clear Birmingham’s most dangerous family isn’t done yet.
The film continuation of the beloved crime drama hits select theaters March 6, then streams globally on Netflix starting March 20.
And yes, that flat cap is coming back.
Cillian Murphy Returns to His Iconic Role
Murphy steps back into Tommy Shelby’s razor-blade-lined shoes after the series wrapped in 2022 following six critically acclaimed seasons.
The Oscar-winning actor’s return wasn’t always guaranteed, but fans can breathe easy now.
It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me…It is very gratifying to be re-collaborating with Steven Knight and Tom Harper on the film version of ‘Peaky Blinders.’ This is one for the fans.
Murphy made that statement back in June 2024 when his involvement was officially confirmed, sending the fanbase into collective celebration.
His portrayal of the cunning, damaged war veteran turned gangster boss earned him widespread acclaim throughout the show’s BBC run, which premiered in 2013 before Netflix acquired U.S. rights.
Familiar Faces and Fresh Blood
The film reunites several key cast members from the original series alongside some major Hollywood additions.
Returning Cast Members
Sophie Rundle reprises her role as Ada Thorne, Tommy’s politically minded sister who often served as his conscience throughout the series.
Stephen Graham returns as Hayden Stagg, while Ned Dennehy comes back as Charlie Strong, both loyal allies to the Shelby family during their most dangerous operations.
Notable Newcomers
The film brings serious star power with its new additions:
- Rebecca Ferguson (Dune, Mission: Impossible)
- Barry Keoghan (Saltburn, The Banshees of Inisherin)
- Tim Roth (Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction)
- Jay Lycurgo (The Batman, Titans)
Details about their characters remain under wraps, but with this caliber of talent joining Murphy, expectations are sky-high.
Behind the Camera
Tom Harper takes the director’s chair for “The Immortal Man” after helming several episodes during the show’s original run.
Harper directed key episodes in the first three seasons, establishing much of the show’s signature visual style—those moody Birmingham streets, the slow-motion violence, and trademark tracking shots that made “Peaky Blinders” so cinematic.
Series creator Steven Knight penned the screenplay, ensuring continuity with the show’s complex mythology and character arcs.
Knight has been the creative force behind the Shelby family saga since day one, so fans can expect the film to feel authentically connected to everything that came before.
What “The Immortal Man” Could Mean
The film’s title raises intriguing questions about Tommy Shelby’s fate and future.
Throughout six seasons, Tommy survived assassination attempts, betrayals, crushing personal losses, and his own demons—both literal and psychological.
The series finale left Tommy’s story in an uncertain place, with plenty of loose threads for a film to explore.
“The Immortal Man” suggests Tommy’s legend has grown beyond mortality, cementing his status as either Birmingham’s eternal guardian or its permanent curse. Possibly both.
From BBC Cult Hit to Global Phenomenon
“Peaky Blinders” started as a British period drama that could have easily remained a regional curiosity.
Instead, it exploded into international phenomenon status thanks to Netflix’s distribution and word-of-mouth buzz about its unique blend of historical fiction, gangster drama, and modern sensibility.
The show’s anachronistic soundtrack—featuring contemporary artists like Nick Cave, Arctic Monkeys, and PJ Harvey scoring 1920s Birmingham—became one of its signatures.
That creative choice, along with Knight’s sharp dialogue and Murphy’s magnetic performance, transformed “Peaky Blinders” from period piece into something genuinely fresh.
Release Strategy: Theaters First, Then Streaming
Netflix is giving “The Immortal Man” a theatrical release starting March 6 before it hits the streaming platform March 20.
This approach reflects growing recognition that certain properties deserve big-screen treatment, even when they originated on television.
For dedicated fans, seeing Tommy Shelby’s return in theaters offers something special—those meticulously crafted period visuals and intense performances will hit differently on a massive screen with proper sound.
The two-week theatrical window also creates buzz and conversation before the wider streaming audience gets access, potentially driving even more interest when it drops on Netflix.
After waiting four years, “Peaky Blinders” fans finally have their date with destiny—and Tommy Shelby’s apparently immortal ambitions.